ADUs are allowed in Unincorporated DeSotoTypes:Internal
Types:Internal
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Unincorporated DeSoto, MS
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# of Parcels
23,018
Zoning districts
23
Avg Parcel Value
$181,371
Median Parcel Size
1.68 acres
Zoning Districts:
22,894 parcels · 23 districts
A
40%(9,106)
A-R
29%(6,602)
PUD
12%(2,769)
R-1
5%(1,154)
Other
14%(3,263)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Unincorporated DeSoto, MS?
Unincorporated DeSoto, MS follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: By Right
- –Detached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
Owner Occupancy
- –Owner-occupancy not required; ADU use limited to relatives or employee.
Parking
- –No ADU-specific parking requirements; general rule is 2 spaces per dwelling unit, and parking applies only to the increase in dwelling units.
Rental Restrictions
- –Internal/attached ADU (Accessory Apartment): renting prohibited; cannot be rented or used as a rental dwelling.
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These are the municipality-wide rules. What's allowed on a specific property also depends on state laws, setbacks, floor area ratio, lot coverage, environmental constraints, topography, and other property-specific factors. Search your address on FutureLot to see what's allowed on your property.
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